Social control has been defined and interpreted in a variety of ways. Whether conceptualized in Marxian, Weberian, or Foucaultian terms, these frameworks focus on power and the formal and informal sanctions that result from group and interpersonal relationships. The social control of women through law enforcement relating to prostitution and discussions of white-collar crimes are two examples of areas in which the social control perspective is instructive. However, geographical perspectives on crime often overlook the relevance of social control concepts. To address this shortcoming, geographers should drawn on a variety of disciplines, including criminology, history, law, philosophy, political science, sociology, psychology, and women's studies. Notes and 83 references.